Telecom Project Manager

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Health benefits

Development opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Telecom Project Manager to lead critical telecom infrastructure projects in Mahikeng. You will drive project delivery from initiation to completion, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and mitigating risks to meet quality standards and client expectations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong leadership presence, excellent communication skills, and a track record of delivering complex telecom projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, IT, or Business.
• 6+ years in telecom project management.
• PMP or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, initiate, execute, and monitor telecom projects from scope to delivery.
• Develop detailed project plans including timelines, resources, and budget.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and changes.
• Provide regular project status updates to stakeholders and sponsors.

Skills

PMP Certification

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Agile & Waterfall

PM software tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and organized Telecom Project Manager to lead critical projects within their expanding infrastructure division, based in Mahikeng . This role requires a proven ability to manage complex telecommunications projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and mitigate risks to ensure successful project outcomes. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership and communication skills, dedicated to driving efficiency and innovation in project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and monitor telecommunications projects, defining scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Lead and motivate project teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring accountability.
• Manage project risks, issues, and changes, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Communicate project status, updates, and potential roadblocks to stakeholders regularly.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and client requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Business, IT); PMP or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience managing telecommunications projects.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on schedule and within budget.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with project management software tools.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and project completion bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and leave benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• Exposure to cutting-edge telecommunications projects.
• A dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth.